Allstate agency owner Patrick Callaghan received the Agency Hands in the Community Award for his commitment to helping others. With this award came a $1000 grant from The Allstate Foundation for GiGi's Playhouse Inc in Oak Forest, where Callaghan volunteers. GiGi's Playhouse is an established series of Down Syndrome Achievement Centers.

Allstate agents and employees have a proud history of putting their good hands to work in supporting Illinois communities, promoting volunteerism and providing financial resources to enable local organizations to help others.

"The Agency Hands in the Community Award celebrates the spirit of service "Commitment to our communities is a natural extension of what we do every day - protecting people and making their lives more secure," said Shaundra Turner, director of The Allstate Foundation in Illinois. "With support from The Allstate Foundation, Patrick Callaghan and GiGi's Playhouse is making our hometown a better, safer place to live."

The Allstate Foundation awards more than $1 million every year to nonprofit organizations across the country in honor of dedicated Allstate agency owners who give back. To be eligible for nomination, Allstate agency owners must with volunteer, mentor or lead a nonprofit of their choice.

About The Allstate FoundationEstablished in 1952, The Allstate Foundation is an independent, charitable organization made possible by subsidiaries of The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL). Through partnerships with nonprofit organizations across the country, The Allstate Foundation brings the relationships, reputation and resources of Allstate to support innovative and lasting solutions that enhance people's well-being and prosperity. With a focus on teen safe driving and building financial independence for domestic violence survivors, The Allstate Foundation also promotes safe and vital communities; tolerance, inclusion, and diversity; and economic empowerment. For more information, visit www.allstatefoundation.org.